New ideas for child maintenance
The Government has launched a consultation paper as to the calculation, collection and enforcement of child maintenance. The papers applies to both the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) and the old Child Support…
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Cohabiting - the law should reflect this ever growing demographic
With cohabiting couples not attracting the same legal rights and protection as married couples, Scott Haslam from Wake Smith Solicitors asks if the law should be brought into the 21st century to reflect this ever…
Could investigations by coroners mean access to justice for parents?
Medical negligence solicitor Scott Haslam looks at how the possibility of coroners being able to investigate stillbirths through inquests could mean access to justice comes ahead of cost cutting. The Health Secretary…
Separated parents guide to Christmas
We know how stressful Christmas can be, this is further compounded for those parents who no longer live together. Trying to make arrangements which suit both parents and children can be hard. Over the years we have…
Mark Serby considers why Made in Sheffield is important for the Sheffield City Region
“Made in Sheffield is much more than an accolade of quality and distinction for the manufacturing industry, but that purpose is well met and it serves the city very well. “There is no doubt that this excellent…
Wake Smith sorts Santa's Post Office
A speedy delivery of legal services by Wake Smith Solicitors means thousands of Santa's letters will be winging their way to Lapland from Sheffield. Commercial property solicitor Tom Weightman completed the lease…
Changes to Stamp Duty for first time house buyers
Yesterday's Autumn Budget saw Philip Hammond announce a new regime for Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) payable on residential properties by first-time buyers. The new system came into effect immediately and provides…
Wake Smith reinforces commitment to Sheffield amateur sport
Sheffield-based solicitors Wake Smith has renewed its official shirt sponsorship of the men’s and ladies’ elite squads at the Sheffield University Bankers Hockey Club (SUBHC). The elite squads at the club will…
Paul Gibbon looks at the importance of SME companies to the Sheffield City Region
SME companies, which are those businesses with less than 250 employees, form one of the most important commercial sectors for the Sheffield City Region (SCR) and make up the largest share of business, contributing…
Lawyers help charity’s southern superstore expansion
Commercial property lawyers from Wake Smith Solicitors have worked with a national charity to open two new fundraising stores – one being its biggest ever opened. Ben Spencer acted for Salvation Army Trading Company…
Neil Salter considers the opportunities for Sheffield's Commercial Growth
It’s an interesting time to be living and working in Sheffield and to be part of what we all hope will be the start of a commercial transformation for the city. Residents have known for a long time that Sheffield…